Cahokia Mounds

Cahokia Mounds is an ancient Native American archaeological site near St. Louis, Missouri, featuring a complex of large earthworks built by the Mississippian culture around 1050-1350 AD. It was a major urban center with around 20,000 to 30,000 inhabitants at its peak. The site includes monumental platform mounds used for religious and political purposes, a central plaza, and residential areas. Cahokia served as a cultural and economic hub, reflecting sophisticated social organization and craftsmanship. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and provides valuable insight into pre-Columbian North American civilizations.